Business Planning & Development Intern — Strategy & Analytics

Pilot Flying J; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Pilot Company seeks a Business Planning & Development Intern in Knoxville, TN, for the summer of 2027. This in-person internship offers exposure to enterprise strategy, planning, and corporate development across multiple teams, including the Strategy Realization Office.

You will work on performance management, annual planning, investment analysis, and benchmarking. Strong Excel and PowerPoint skills are essential for presenting to senior leaders and shaping strategic initiatives.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree in Business, Finance, Economics, or related field.
• MBA candidates and rising seniors are encouraged to apply.
• Prior exposure to strategic planning or corporate strategy is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Enable cross-functional strategic execution across multiple business areas.
• Support development of frameworks and processes that strengthen Pilot’s strategic capabilities.
• Analyze current-state workflows and identify opportunities for efficiency and alignment.
• Deliver actionable process recommendations to improve governance, execution and scalability.

Skills

Excel

PowerPoint

Education

Business/Finance/Economics student

Job description

Pilot Company seeks a Business Planning & Development Intern in Knoxville, TN, for the summer of 2027. This in-person internship offers exposure to enterprise strategy, planning, and corporate development across multiple teams, including the Strategy Realization Office.

You will work on performance management, annual planning, investment analysis, and benchmarking. Strong Excel and PowerPoint skills are essential for presenting to senior leaders and shaping strategic initiatives.